Always looking for a deal
It seems like everyone is looking for the cheapest moving truck rentals these days.  And why wouldn’t they? Penny pinching is what’s “cool” right now. I would wager a bet that if you picked up a magazine from a news stand today, you would find a helpful article titled something like: “Ways to save”, “Top 10 things you can do to cut back”, or “20 painless money-saving tips”.

It’s the world we’re living in - although, there are rumors of things picking back up. People who lost jobs earlier in the year are finding new ones and they’re starting to move again. Yippee!

Even if things are getting better, you can’t help but want to make sure you’re getting the best deal when it comes time to move. Looking for the cheapest moving truck rentals is a go...
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Let’s face it, we’ve all been concerned about money since the economy went south in September.  (We’re all looking forward to Spring in hopes our 401k and investment accounts migrate back up with the birds!)  At U-Pack, we get calls daily from folks who are moving because of a company change such as downsizing, consolidation or sadly, a closure. 

We’re proud to offer a service that’s free from worries about hidden fees or extra costs. If you’re on a moving budget – ABF U-Pack Moving is the solution.

It’s a cheap moving option!

You won’t go over your moving budget with U-Pack!
Unlike most ...
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I have to admit…this economy makes me a little nervous. I can only imagine what it would feel like if I had to move in the middle of it. Yes, we are a moving company. And yes, we would love to move you – but right now, let’s just talk about ways you can keep moving from being so expensive.

This is just a little brainstorming session for Cheap Moving Tips – feel free to add to it if you’ve got ideas:

1. Do-it-yourself. If you’re able to pack your own stuff rather than hiring someone to do it for you, you’ll save a significant amount of money. Ask your friends and family to help - pizza and drinks cost a whole lot less than moving labor.

2. Have a garage sale. Read Jean’s...
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Timing is Everything
If you’ve been researching your move, you’ve probably found that the moving industry runs on a system of “peak” and “off-peak” days, similar to the airline industry. That just means that some days are more expensive than others. If you’ve got some flexibility, choose an off-peak moving day to save a little money.

Best time of year to move…
If you’re not set on a summer move – consider choosing fall or winter. Since not as many people move this time of year, the moving industry is a litter slower, resulting in more competitive prices. Get a moving quote and compare.

Moving around the holidays…
If you can avoid it, try not to move around a holiday. People often try to coordinate moving plans...
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Want to save money on your move? Start Reading here!

If you are like me, you live paycheck to paycheck and want to save money any way you can. In my experience it usually involves a little “Sweat Equity” but I am always willing to put in a little hard work to save the moolah!  If you share my money-saving philosophy, there is a moving option that will be right up your alley.  A U-Pack Terminal to Terminal move! Terminal to Terminal moves offer you the best moving service for the lowest price.  You still get to load your things close to your home, and you don't have to worry about them until they reach the destination. 

Simply put, a Terminal to Terminal move is where you take your things to the closest ABF location to your home and then p...
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